08.10.2023

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🍫 Gimme more s’mores

Try these spins on the classic s’more for National S’mores Day

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The ‘Shmallow Bourbon made its debut at Hotel Tango Distillery in 2022. | Photo by Hotel Tango Distillery

This is s’more than a feeling. S’mores are typically associated with bonfires in the fall, but in Indy, you can have different takes on this campfire treat year-round.

Here are some local spins on s’mores as we celebrate National S’mores Day today, Aug. 10.

Hotel Tango Distillery | The distillery’s ‘Shmallow Toasted Marshmallow Bourbon — a bourbon whiskey boasting notes of toasted marshmallows, caramelized sugar, smoke, and camaraderie — is back as we gear up for fall.

INDY_Smorecicles_bike_JUNE2023 — You can find S’morecicles pop up at local events around town.
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Photo by INDYtoday team

S’morecicles | We told you about this local business on wheels in our mobile business guide. We can’t get enough of the frozen s’mores on a stick. City Editor Nicole’s favorites are the S’moreo + S’morefetti.

Circles Ice Cream | The local ice cream served by the pint is back with its Campfire S’mores flavor. This is a graham cracker ice cream layered with gooey chocolate ganache, torched marshmallow fluff, and smoked graham cracker crumbles. You can find it in grab + go freezers around Indy.

Indiana State Fair | This year’s State Fair food lineup includes Gimme S’more Bourbon Shake (feat. Hotel Tango’s Shmallow Bourbon) and a S’mores Funnel Cake. Don’t miss out — the State Fair runs through Sunday, Aug. 20.

INDY_Big Bear Biscuits_Campfire Delight latte_2023 — When City Editor Nicole saw this latte on the drink menu, she had to order it.
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Big Bear Biscuits | Biscuits with a side of Campfire Delight. Get your caffeine fix with this latte featuring a trio of chocolate, brûléed marshmallows, and crushed graham crackers.

Beurre Sec Pastry | This Sunday, Aug. 13 starting at 8 a.m. until sell out, Beurre Sec is popping up at Lulu’s Coffee + Bakehouse (2292 W. 86th St.) with a selection of pastries — including a s’mores tart.

Events

Thursday, Aug. 10

Plaza Nights Live Music Series | Thursday, Aug. 10-Thursday, Oct. 19 | 6-10 p.m. | Fountain Square Plaza, 1101 Virginia Ave., Indianapolis | Free | The Fountain Fletcher District is bringing back all-ages live music on The Plaza — each show will feature three local musicians in a casual setting.
Nashville Sounds vs. Indianapolis Indians | Thursday, Aug. 10-Sunday, Aug. 13 | 7:05 p.m. | Victory Field, 501 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis | $12-$85 | It’s State Fair Food Week + enjoy a spectacular fireworks show after the game.

Saturday, Aug. 12

Bike Fair & Bike Helmet Giveaway | Saturday, Aug. 12 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | Museum admission | Learn a variety of bike safety tips + then get a free helmet during IU School of Medicine’s giveaway.
Indy Chicken & Beer Fest | Saturday, Aug. 12 | 2-7 p.m. | Monon 30, 1118 E. 30th St., Indianapolis | $25-$45 | Expect great music, good food, a hot wing eating contest, and fun activities for you and your crew.

Sunday, Aug. 13

Dog Adoption with Indy Humane & Pacifico | Sunday, Aug. 13 | 12-3 p.m. | North Mass Boulder, 1411 Roosevelt Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Meet three adoptable dogs in the courtyard or bring your dog and have a cartoonist draw a pet portrait.
Paddle Board Yoga | Sunday, Aug. 13-Sunday, Sept. 3 | 4-8 p.m. | Downtown Canal, Indianapolis | Free | Register for your chance to be one of 10 lucky registrants selected for a free 90-minute paddle board yoga session on the Canal.

Events calendar here

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Family

Meet 1000+ adorable animals (and a new baby elephant) at the Indianapolis Zoo

Immerse yourself in the wild world of nature. | Photo by Indianapolis Zoo

Plus 48,000 unique plant species — the Indy Zoo really has it all.

With the opening of their new Front Entry Experience earlier this summer, visitors have the opportunity to meet Wild Encounter animals (think: parrots, sloths, snakes), and get up close with bigger animals like kangaroos, giraffes, flamingos and more with the Animal Feed Experience.

This fall, Zahara, the African elephant, will give birth to a baby calf — the world’s first elephant ever to be born via artificial insemination to a mother who was also born through the same process.

Plan your visit

News Notes

Open

Cafe Patachou’s newest location is now open at 95 E. Pine St. in Zionsville. Patachou on Pine will be open Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-3 p.m. + Saturday-Sunday 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Stop in for omelettes, housemade soups, sandwiches, salads, and lots of cinnamon toast.

Announced

Upscale national steakhouse chain Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House announced it plans to open a location downtown at 14 W. Maryland St. — formerly occupied by Red the Steakhouse. New signage in the window at the location says it will open in winter 2024. (IBJ)

Development

A new museum focused on Carmel’s past is coming to one of the city’s newest districts. Construction is underway for the 10,000-sqft museum, located along the border between Midtown and the Arts & Design District. It’s expected to open late next year or early 2025. (IBJ)

Coming Soon

The Greenwood Park Mall is preparing for some new retail and dining options for shoppers coming this fall. Chicken chain Popeyes is set to join the food court, plus stores including Garage, Lovisa, Earthbound Trading Co., Perfumania, Bubblelicious, and Rocket Fizz. (WISH)

Today is

Do you hear that? Today is the beginning of performances for The Drum Corps International World Championships at Lucas Oil Stadium. The competition runs through Saturday with two free family-friendly events for anyone to attend. See the event schedule. (WISH)

Opening

Semantics Paper Goods — a stationery and paper-focused gift store — is getting ready for its grand opening at the Penn Arts Building (111 E 16th St., Ste. 103) this Saturday from 12-6 p.m. There will be food, drinks, freebies, prizes, and of course, stationery.

Featured Deal

Change is good — get a complete full synthetic oil change at Best-One of Indy now through Friday, Aug. 18 for only $29.99. Their complete oil change includes the oil change, tire rotation, courtesy check, and battery check. Snag the deal.*

Answered

On Tuesday, we asked where your favorite pickleball court is and here’s what you said:

INDY_West Indy Racquet Club_APR2023 — WIRC has court rentals available daily with covered court backups in case of rain or wind.
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Photo by @westindyracquetclub

"Indianapolis Racquet Club offers pickleball and lessons at its East facility with 16 indoor courts available year-round.” — Julia C.

“Jewish Community Center (JCC) on Hoover Road is a good place to play pickleball as well.” — Henry C.

“Lee Road Park, located on the northern entrance of Fort Ben.” — Jeffrey V.

“JCC has indoor pickleball courts open every day — hours vary.” Joan G.

More places to play pickleball

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Nicole

From the editor

I’m a s’mores fanatic, so anytime I see something s’more-related I’m there. Today is S’mores on the Circle in honor of National S’mores Day. During your lunch break from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., visit Monument Circle for different s’mores created by local chefs for $5 each — all to benefit Girl Scouts of Central Indiana.

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